REConnecting Lincolnshire
We worked with the Diocese of Lincoln Board of Education, cultural solutions UK and Shooting Fish, to deliver REConnecting Lincolnshire which started in 2016.
The project was initiated after a number of schools across the region began to find the delivery of RE, especially in regard to the teaching of Islam increasingly challenging.
A programme of creative learning with theatre at its core was developed, through this work we aim for young people, parents/carers and school staff to:
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Develop a deepened understanding of the effects of cultural, racial and religious prejudice, stereotyping and discrimination.
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Develop a deepened understanding of a variety of cultures and faiths and how a greater understanding, influences individual and social identities, leading to increased empathy and respect for Britain’s diverse citizens.
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Develop creative skills in visual arts, performance and digital media with the support of professional artists.
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Improve community collaboration through new partnerships, enabling positive community change and the development of good practice.
Throughout the project, we have worked with 12 schools, wrote 2 new plays, delivered over 100 creative workshops and held 15 public performances.
